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Ratings agency Fitch on Friday cut its outlook on the United States from “negative” to “stable,” citing deterioration in the country’s public finances and the absence of a credible fiscal consolidation plan.

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Real yields on U.S. Treasuries hit minus 1% on Friday, reflecting investors’ willingness to pay for safe assets as a surge in coronavirus cases threatened the country’s nascent economic recovery.

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One of the most popular guests featured in the ‘Hidden Secrets of Money’ series is Richard Daughty, aka ‘The Mogambo Guru’. Mike Maloney recently caught up with Richard to discuss the current state of the global economy, governments handing out cash hand-over-fist, treasonous politicians and bureaucrats, the death penalty, and most importantly - beer and pizza.

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July 30, 20 by IDEX Online

(IDEX Online) - Jewelers are invited to submit creative design concepts on the theme of "Collision and Fusion" in the IGI's 2020 JEWEL Jewelry Design Contest.

The first prize is $1,140 cash and a scholarship to coursework at one of IGI's International Schools of Gemology, and there are two second prizes.

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, organizers aim to help young designers connect with manufacturers who can develop their ideas.

Up to of 30 shortlisted entrants will see their creative concept brought to the fabrication stage life by a manufacturer, and have the chance to receive support from jewelry brands towards further development.

Entries will judged for creativity, use of materials, budget, feasibility of production and wearability.

An awards ceremony has been penciled in for November 25th in Shanghai, pandemic permitting.

"In our industry's history, every collision and fusion of civilizations made way for new classical eras," said Roland Lorie, CEO of the New York-based International Gemological Institute.

The contest is open to designers, jewelers, craftsmen, teachers, students and enthusiasts, both professional and amateur. Closing date for submissions August 20....

Diamond News Archives

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US Real Yields Drop to Minus 1% as Economic Outlook Darkens

Gold, Silver, Truth & Treason - Mike Maloney with Richard Daughty

IGI Contest for Young Jewelers

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